Definitions of "Hail up"

1. Hail up

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English Translation

hello

Definition

Expression used to greet people.

Example Sentences

Patois: Hail up, wah yuh up to?
English: Hello, what are you up to?

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Other Definitions of "Hail up"

2. Hail up

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English Translation

Hi / Hello

Example Sentences

Patois: Hail up ma princess, mi ah gwan easy
English: Hello my princess, I am fine

Related Words

Babylon , Ball head , Blessed , Bobo dread ,

posted by cydon on February 21, 2016

3. Hail up

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English Translation

Hi or Hello

Definition

To say hi or hello to someone

Example Sentences

Patois: Wah mek yuh neva hail up Robert wen yuh pass him?
English: Why didn’t you say hi to Robert when you passed him?

Related Words

All fruits ripe , Blessed , Everyting cook an curry , Likkle more ,

posted by anonymous on November 11, 2013

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